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March 16, 2025 23 mins

It's time to take control of your legal costs and protect your financial future. Understanding how legal retainers work can save you time, money, and frustration during your divorce or custody case. In this episode, Grown Girl Divorce Podcast Host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. breaks down what a legal retainer is, how attorneys apply it to your case, and key strategies to maximize its value.  Kimberly shares how to streamline communication, stay organized, and avoid unnecessary legal fees while ensuring you get the best representation possible. Whether you're navigating a high-conflict divorce or working through custody arrangements, these practical tips will help you make the most of your legal retainer while also saving you money. 

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The Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

Connect with us:

Website: www.growngirldivorce.com

Instagram: @growngirldivorce

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/grown-girl-divorce

To learn more about the podcast host:

Website: https://sdflaw.com/team/detail/kimberly-a-cook

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyjohnsoncook

 

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